Why Are Home Prices So Unaffordable in the Western U.S.?
The Western U.S. is more expensive than the East, even in states with similar demographics. A look at why home prices are so high in the West.
October 11, 2024 8 MIN
The Western U.S. is more expensive than the East, even in states with similar demographics. A look at why home prices are so high in the West.
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